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Mains issueGS-2Editorials17 August 2026

40 years ago August 17, 1986: Art 249 extended to J&K

Source: indianexpress.comOriginal report

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The article title indicates a historical event from August 17, 1986, concerning the extension of Article 249 of the Indian Constitution to Jammu & Kashmir. This article grants the Parliament the power to legislate on a matter in the State List if the Rajya Sabha declares it necessary or expedient in the national interest.

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The article title indicates a historical event from August 17, 1986, concerning the extension of Article 249 of the Indian Constitution to Jammu & Kashmir. This article grants the Parliament the power to legislate on a matter in the State List if the Rajya Sabha declares it necessary or expedient in the national interest.

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